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Sherborne Museum

Country
England & Wales
Charity number
1176535
Status
Registered
Reporting
Up to date Last filed Sept. 24, 2026. Filing history
Registered
Jan. 5, 2018
Legal form
CIO

Address

Address
Sherborne Museum
Church Lane
Sherborne
DT9 3BP

Activities

Sherborne Museum aims to increase public awareness, appreciation and understanding of Sherborne's natural, historic and cultural heritage through the acquisition, preservation and display of a unique collection of items that are particularly relevant to the area. We aim to provide a centre of inspiration, education and enjoyment for all in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Objects: The Objects Of The CIO Are:1.to Advance Education For The Public Benefit, In Particular But Not Exclusively, In The History Of The Town Of Sherborne And The Surrounding Area, Its Heritage, Natural History And Culture;2.to Provide And Maintain A Museum At The Property Known As The Abbey Gatehouse In Church Lane, Sherborne Or Such Other Buildings, And In Pursuit Of That Object:to Collect, Borrow And Loan Collections Relating To The Area;to Manage, Document, Conserve And Safeguard The Museum Collections And Holdings;to Exhibit, Interpret And Provide Access To The Museum Collections And Holdings;to Provide Learning Experiences And Activities For The Public;to Provide Exhibitions, Conferences, Workshops And Other Events Both On- And Off-Site;to Research, Promote And Publish Studies Of The Area.3.to Undertake Any Other Charitable Purpose.

Classification

How
Other Charitable Activities
What
Arts/culture/heritage/science
Who
The General Public/mankind

Geography

Local Authority
Dorset

Finances

Period end Filed Income Expenditure
Dec. 31, 2025 Sept. 24, 2026On time £62,365 £75,647
Dec. 31, 2024 July 3, 2025On time £47,279 £65,013
Dec. 31, 2023 Aug. 6, 2024On time £58,613 £73,534
Dec. 31, 2022 Sept. 15, 2023On time £37,025 £62,074
Dec. 31, 2021 Oct. 11, 2022On time £17,880 £47,298
Dec. 31, 2020 Oct. 22, 2021 £371,267 £38,517

Trustees

Name Appointed
Luke Russell Mouland (Chair) Jan. 5, 2018
Celia Frear Jan. 5, 2018
Florence Jean Edwards July 14, 2026
Karen Chapman Jan. 7, 2025
Kenneth George Barber March 28, 2023
Robert Stephen Radley Oct. 28, 2025